Raw Materials Supply Planner - National Manufacturing Network

Aliaxis APAC; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Go for Zero safety program

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Mentoring opportunities

DEI council

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vinidex, part of the Aliaxis group, is seeking an experienced Supply Planner – Raw Materials to join our Smithfield team. You will plan and replenish raw material inventories to support multiple manufacturing sites, partnering with suppliers and internal stakeholders to balance supply, service levels and working capital.

You will analyse demand and trends, manage supplier commitments, coordinate inbound logistics, and drive continuous improvement in planning processes across Manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in Supply Planning, Materials Planning, Purchasing or Inventory Management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with data‑driven decisions.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and relationship‑building capabilities.
• Autonomous with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Detail‑oriented with continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with local and international suppliers and managing supply risk.
• APICS/CPIM qualifications will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute raw material supply plans to support manufacturing requirements.
• Manage purchasing activities and supplier commitments to ensure continuity of supply.
• Coordinate inbound logistics with suppliers, freight forwarders and 3PL providers.
• Monitor inventory performance and optimise replenishment strategies.
• Identify, escalating and mitigate supply risks before they impact operations.
• Analyse demand, inventory and supply trends to support decision‑making.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning effectiveness and efficiency.
• Build strong relationships across Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics and Commercial teams.

Skills

Supply Planning

Purchasing

Inventory Management

Data analysis

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related

Tools

SAP

CPIM

Job description

Vinidex, part of the Aliaxis group, is seeking an experienced Supply Planner – Raw Materials to join our Smithfield team. You will plan and replenish raw material inventories to support multiple manufacturing sites, partnering with suppliers and internal stakeholders to balance supply, service levels and working capital.

You will analyse demand and trends, manage supplier commitments, coordinate inbound logistics, and drive continuous improvement in planning processes across Manufacturing,